Heat pump rollout. Simple and affordable

Introduction

The overall objective of install.res is to stimulate large-scale demand for heat pumps in existing buildings. We do so by demonstrating and replicating alternative and innovative business and delivery models that will make heat pump roll-out simple and affordable.

Definition of Delivery Models

The install.res project defines “delivery models” as innovative, yet replicable, heat pump systems, customised for large buildings or settlements. These models focus on:

• Energy efficiency
• Reliability
• Low invasiveness
• Reducing costs and complexity
• Incorporating European technology
• Sector coupling
• Flexible operation strategies for economic viability

Demonstration Projects

install.res will initiate 10-12 real-life demonstration projects where high-quality solutions will be:

1. Designed
2. Implemented
3. Scalability tested
4. Performance monitored

The best and most successful solutions will then feed into the install.res fast-track scheme, which consists of a set of dedicated and tailor-made resources, including:

• Procedures
• Manuals
• Tools
• Standards

These resources will enable implementers to roll out heat pumps on a higher scale and speed than today.

Key Actors and Focus Areas

The install.res demonstration projects will be conducted with various key actors in the heat transition in:

• Austria
• The Netherlands
• Slovenia
• North Macedonia
• Poland

These actors include:

• Social housing associations
• Research institutes
• Energy suppliers
• Heat pump manufacturers
• Distribution companies with contract installers
• Associations in the field of renewable heat networks

A particular focus when developing the business models will be set on ensuring a just heat transition, where we will analyse the role of social housing associations and cooperatives in protecting vulnerable households.